French culture is characterized by classical literature, art and design, Cannes International Film Festival, Heritage Day, food and drink.
1, classical literature. since the 17th century, French classical literature has appeared Moliere, Stendhal, Balzac, Dumas, Hugo, Flaubert, Dumas, Zola, Roland and other literary giants. Their Notre Dame de Paris, Red and Black, The Old Man, The Count of Monte Cristo, Les Misérables and John Christopher have all been translated into world literature.
2. Art and design. Since the 17th century, France has become a world leader in industrial and artistic design. Schools of practical art, architecture and fashion design are known abroad as "Made in France". The Avignon Theatre Festival was founded in 1947 by French theater director Jean Villars. It strongly promoted the restoration and development of French culture and art, and brought the elegant theater art out of the court to the people.
3. Cannes International Film Festival. It is one of the world's five major film festivals. It is held every May in Cannes, a small coastal town in southeastern France. It is one of the earliest and largest international film festivals in the world, lasting for about two weeks. 1956 the highest prize was the Golden Duck Award, which was changed to the Palme d'Or in 1957.
4. Heritage Day. 1984 officially started on the third Saturday and Sunday of September. The initial event was held on the third Sunday of September. Under the impetus of the then Minister of Culture Jacques Lang, many historical and cultural heritage sites were opened to the public so that more people would know how to love and protect the historical and cultural heritage of mankind. Formerly known as "National Heritage Open Day".
5, food. French food is fresh and innovative. French cuisine favors beef, grilled snails, truffles, mushrooms, lobster, foie gras, caviar, wine, olive oil, whipped cream. The order in which a standard French meal is served is cold appetizers, soups, entrees, and desserts. French wines are world famous. Bordeaux, Languedoc and Burgundy are all famous wine regions in France.